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Love at first sight? Fated mates? No Way!

Fiercely independent, she's determined to deny their attraction. He's just as determined to change her mind.
 
Strong and independent, Chloe's never needed anyone, especially a man. The idea of a partner—or a mate—only sounds like a distraction. Besides, she's never met anyone worth the time.

That is until her work as an environmental researcher takes her to Grizzly Ridge and puts her directly in the path of way too sexy, way too intense, Luke Jackson. If her instincts have anything to say about it, he is most definitely worth something.
 

Chloe’s determined to get him out of her system, something that turns out to be a whole lot easier said than done. But when she makes a discovery that changes everything and could ruin the Jackson brothers and the Ridge, not only is her professionalism put to the test—so is her heart.

Reader His to Seduce is a full length stand alone bear shifter novel with no Cliffhangers! This series strong, sassy, curvy women; sexy alpha males; steamy shifters and sizzling sex scenes.

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First published March 26, 2016

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Elena Aitken

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Elena Aitken is a USA Today Bestselling Author of more than forty romance and women’s fiction novels. Living a stone’s throw from the Rocky Mountains with her teenager twins, their two cats and a goofy rescue dog, Elena escapes into the mountains whenever life allows. She can often be found with her toes in the lake and a glass of wine in her hand, dreaming up her next book and working on her own happily ever after with her very own mountain man.

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Profile Image for April Stacey.
423 reviews1 follower
May 20, 2019
Enjoy!

Like Tory is a fast read with just enough temptation and love 💘 to keep you interested.

This also leads a little more into Harpers s story
Profile Image for Angela M. Reed.
242 reviews2 followers
May 26, 2019
Phenomenal beyond words...

Wow! Elena Aitken proves over and over just how fabulous of a writer she is. The imagination she has is phenomenal and breathtakingly amazing. She draws her reader's in and transports them to a world beyond anything they thought they knew. The magic she can create when she puts her words on paper is mind blowing. She always makes her characters struggles seem realistic and relatable. Elena Aitken creates world's that reader's never want to leave.
In his to Seduce we get Luke and Chloe's story. Chloe Karrington is a bit of a free spirit. Her background is different from Luke's. Chloe's parents were not traditional. They were fine with Chloe choosing her own mate. Luke's background was different. His grandfather, the Alpha of his clan, believed differently. Luke and his brother's failed to do as their grandfather ordered them to do this resulting in their banishment from their clan. From the moment Luke and Chloe's meet there is an instant chemistry. What the feel is undeniable. There is definitely some heat also.
His to Seduce is a phenomenal story. I felt as if I were actually there living the story instead of reading the story. I love Grizzly Ridge and all it's elements. I want to be a part of the Jackson family. Those brother's are definitely hot. Elena Aitken created a magical world that I never want to leave. In His to Seduce you get romance and intrigue and passion and even a bit of excitement. I didn't want the book to end. I read it in one day. Yes it's that good. Elena Aitken makes Paranormal Romance amazing. I never knew this genre would be so good til Elena Aitken introduced me. She captivated my heart and soul in a way I never thought possible. Luke and Chloe's are amazing. I love how protective Luke is of Chloe. I love their chemistry. Luke and Chloe's are perfect. Their journey is perfect and I love being able to watch it take place. I hope this series never ends. Grab your copy of His to Seduce and fall in love with the Bears of Grizzly Ridge as I have.
Profile Image for Pam .
1,442 reviews13 followers
March 28, 2016
While the shapeshifter romances are not a genre I typically am drawn to, when I was asked to review this series, I had to say yes. This is book 2 of the series. The first was His to Protect. They can be read as a stand alone. I love everything I have read from Elena Aitken and these are no exception. If I had a complaint, it's that they are too short!

Chloe Karrington is an environmental researcher drawn to Grizzly Ridge by a telephone accusation against the Jacksons. She is bound & determined to remain free & single because she feels that is the only way she can do her job, which includes a lot of travel. Luke Jackson has been banished from his clan along with this brothers. They have settled on Grizzly Ridge and have set up an adventure camp. When Luke & Chloe meet, the chemistry is hot & intense. Will Chloe & Luke act on their attraction? Who is trying to bring down the Jacksons?

The characters Elena writes about are complex & well developed. the imagery is enough to bring a picture to mind. I downloaded this book as soon as I could and read it in one sitting. I just didn't want to put it down. The sex scenes are hot & steamy. This book follows in the Elena Aitken tradition of giving great entertainment for a reasonable price.

I was given an ARC of this story in exchange for an honest opinion.
Profile Image for Jimnlori.
995 reviews46 followers
March 29, 2016
I'm really enjoying Elena Aitken's paranormal shifter romance series. His to Seduce is the second book in this series and is Chloe and Luke's story. I'm definitely looking forward to reading more in this series.
Chloe is all about her job and independence. She thinks that a man especially a mate will just get in the way and slow her down and up until she meets Luke she hasn't thought any of them were worth the time and effort that a relationship took.
Luke doesn't do relationships. Sure having fun is one thing, but long term that is for other people. When he meets Chloe all that goes out the door. He can't seem to shake the strong attraction and protectiveness that he feels for her so when they come up with the plan to get each other out of their systems by having a one night stand he is all in.
Things seem to become even more tense on the mountain especially revolving around Chloe and her work that not only puts her in danger, but her job on the line.
They both soon learn that their hearts are all in even if their heads haven't caught up.

I was given an ARC for an honest review. All conclusions are mine and mine alone.

Profile Image for Nikki.
Author 13 books32 followers
October 7, 2019
Wow! Chloe and Luke are hot!

What happens when strong and confident meets stubborn and determined? Fated mates. That’s what happens...Chloe is an environmental researcher hired to look into the well being of their land and Luke is a hot headed, stubborn alpha male. Chloe doesn’t believe in mates, she’s never going to be one of these women who falls at a man’s feet...nope not happening. Men are so not worth the trouble. Luke has only seen the negative side of mating, he lost his parents because of mates and more recently his sister. Luke sure as hell isn’t looking for a mate. Funny thing is is that when you’re not looking that’s when it happens. When they meet, eyes lock on each other, passions become hot, and emotions can’t shut off. This is it. They are fated mates. So what happens when one’s mate finds evidence that puts you at fault and could ruin your business, family, and home? Do you walk away or do you help them find the truth? When this is over, what will his status be with his mate?
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1,299 reviews11 followers
December 27, 2022
His to Seduce is the second book in the Bears of Grizzly Ridge series by Elena Aitken. This is a quick reading, lite paranormal shifter novel free of angst and dark elements. Although it is not particularly deep or complex in its plotting, I still found HTS a fun shifter romance with a simple HEA. Upon completion of HTS I purchased book 3 in the series to read later.

His to Seduce is the story of the second Jackson brother, Luke/MMC and an environmental conservationist Chloe/FMC who has come to verify the proper use of resources and the disposal of waste at the Jackson’s recently completed eco tourism lodge on Grizzly Ridge, MT. Chloe discovers code violations during her investigation and struggles to separate her growing feelings for Luke and his family while completing an unbiased report.

His to Seduce contains occasional profanity. The intimacy between the FMC and MMC is Steamy and not recommended for YA readers or those who would find this offensive.

This is a novel I enjoyed rereading.
Profile Image for Ash P Reads.
1,054 reviews14 followers
April 1, 2016
PNR is my favorite genre so there is never any doubt if I am going to read a book in that genre. But bear shifter stories are not my norm. Saying that, this story did not disappoint. In fact, it has me interested enough to read the first book in the series. The story was a genuine enough with Chloe being an investigator for an environmental agency and the Jackson brothers running an eco-friendly adventure resort. Being bears I guess one would expect them to be eco/enviro-conscious, so their reaction is validated as well.

I do wish however that there was a little more insight into Chloe's background that would make me understand why she is so against mating. Maybe there are preceding series from Elena Aitken that tell us more about the clans they come from, that I am unaware of. Overall this was an entertaining read with a touch of angst and intrigue thrown in with a whole lot of romance.

ARC provided in exchange for an honest review.
1,705 reviews16 followers
May 9, 2016
His to Seduce is book 2 in the series. In case you have not read the first book, His to Protect, which you should because it is really good as well. You don't need to read them in order to be able to follow. The re are three Jackson Brothers. They have started a lodge called Grizzly Ridge. Luke is the middle brother and he meets Chloe. Chloe is a shape shifter as well. She lets her bear out in the woods and Luke sees her. He recognizes Chloe as being the bear when he spots her blue eyes.

She is an environmentalist and she isn't interested in finding a man. She does, however, enjoy Lukes company. You really must read the book and she has a new one out as well which is the third book in the series called His to Claim which I will start next.

I received an ARC copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Profile Image for Amanda.
222 reviews10 followers
March 26, 2016

This is not the type of book that I normally read, but I LOVE everything by Elena and so wanted to at least give it a try. I am so glad that I did because I fell in love with this story!
This story is about Luke, Kade and Axel. The brothers own a "den" or lodge in the mountains. Chloe was hired as an environmental investigator to check out the resort and see what damage it is causing to the environment.
Luke and Chloe hit it off and quickly find themselves fighting what they both want. There is a turn of events from another one of the resorts that makes the brothers fear they may lose their Den or even land in jail.

This is a WONDERFUL story. I am so glad that I gave it a chance.





Profile Image for Karry.
1,416 reviews21 followers
March 23, 2016
I was given an ARC from the author in return for an honest review.

Love, love, loved this book. Elena can do it all. Her world of shifters is just as mesmerizing as her human books. In this second installment Luke meets his match in Chloe. It's fiery passion from the start. You get a little more back story on the Jackson family. More information on their parents. It really has me hoping they will somehow reunit. Kade's book is next, and I can't freaking wait! I knew from the first book that he would be my dude. I'm super ready for his story!
Profile Image for Pamela Lunder.
1,642 reviews
June 28, 2019
His to Seduce

I really like Luke! He believes in mates but never felt like he needed one until he comes across Chloe. He wants her at first sight. He tries to deny himself but it is so hard. Chloe is there to do her job not to get with a mate. She never wanted one and still doesn't. Things really heat up between them. I loved this book. I loved Axle and Harper to but this one was much better. I am really looking forward to reading about Kade. He needs to find his happily ever after.
Profile Image for Carmen.
1,925 reviews11 followers
May 20, 2019
Luke &Cloe

A new Jackson brother finds his mate and its as much of a roller coaster ride as it was when his older brother Axel found his. Lots of wasted time dancing around each other until they just can’t take it anymore. Th author does an excellent job of describing the feisty female who brings her fated mate to his knees. Loved it.
297 reviews
August 9, 2019
Fantastic!!

I enjoyed the first book in the series, so I decided to buy the series.
I really love Elena's style of writing, she really captivated me.
The characters are believable, the storyline is believable and she is one heck of a paranormal author.
I would recommend this series.
900 reviews2 followers
October 8, 2019
A good read

The series continues with the sexy Luke. His thinking about mates is somewhere between his brothers. He's not opposed, but thinks he'll never have one. Chloe is a career women. She has no time for a man, that is until she meets Luke. But someone is trying to sabotage the brothers and is using Chloe to do it. Will they find out who it is before it's too late?
316 reviews3 followers
April 1, 2016
Honestly never a fan of shape shifter books....BUT I love Elena Aitken's books.....so I thought I would give this premise a try! Boy am I glad! Love the story and the chemistry and the wow! Fun quick read that is an escape from reality! Thank you!
Profile Image for Mindy Martinez Borda.
569 reviews5 followers
October 30, 2018
From denial to acceptance. From overprotectiveness, too compromise. From heart-stopping to heart-melting. From human to animal. This story has it all. An amazing package wrapped up in so much heat and suspense your head will be blown away. A must read.
Profile Image for Barbara.
1,675 reviews4 followers
July 26, 2019
Shifter mates

Chloe works for an environmental agency and is a bear shifter. Luke and his brothers run the resort on the ridge. They sense they're mates but fight it. This is a romance with two stubborn shifters.
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4,668 reviews1 follower
August 23, 2016
A good story. Carry's over well from the first story in the series which takes place just before this one. I like the characters and the setting.
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1,599 reviews6 followers
October 16, 2016
This was better than the first story, more believable story line. Even though it was slightly cheesy, I still liked. The story was more enjoyable than the first in the series.
1,046 reviews5 followers
April 13, 2018
Loved how he fought off his mate.

Well the second brother feel just as hard as Axel, and fought off his mate too. Loved how he got it though in the end.
Profile Image for Sheree Roberts.
177 reviews3 followers
August 19, 2018
Decisions!

Hard to let go of old says and attitudes! But things could be so much better if you do! What you think is best for you might not actually be!
361 reviews
April 24, 2019
(Bears of Grizzly Ridge) 2. His to Seduce

Amazing how someone’s mind can change if you give it time. The to be mated men can sure be territorial!
202 reviews3 followers
July 13, 2019
Short, shifter story-not my favorite genre
262 reviews1 follower
August 15, 2019
Winner!

This book is as good as the first one. Gotta love bears! I can't wait to visit them again! 👍💞
Profile Image for Pam.
692 reviews
September 23, 2021
Chloe Karrington is an environmental researcher and she received a tip there was an issue at Grizzly Ridge. Chloe had no choice but to go and check it out. Chloe was at Grizzly Ridge looking around when she decided to shift and let her bear out. Chloe was so distracted she didn't realize she was being watched. Luke Jackson was out walking when he came across a bear rolling in pine needles. The she bear filled his senses but he doesn't believe in mates or even fated mates so he is not sure why this woman has attracted his attention. Chloe feels the attraction too but she is determined she does not need a man to fulfill her life, she is a career woman and very happy. Chloe spends a lot of time with Luke walking the property to make sure everything is okay for the environment when she something that shouldn't be there, trash. Will Chloe be able to separate her personal life from her professional life or is her personal life causing her to be sloppy in her investigation? What will become of her and Luke if her investigation causes his family to lose Grizzly Ridge? I love this book, amazing characters and wonderful story. If you love shifter this is a must read.
Profile Image for D Call.
666 reviews29 followers
January 12, 2021
MY RATING SYSTEM
5 stars--WOW
4 stars--would read again
3 stars--was good, won't read again
2 stars--read it, but didn't enjoy it
1 star--didn't finish, it was so awful

Do I need to read books before this one:
Cliffhanger:

SUMMARY
Chloe has come to Grizzly Ridge to investigate environmental concerns. Luke is responsible for all outside adventures. They're mates, and neither of them wants a mate. They avoid each other for the first few days, then she needs to tour the land. When he shows her his favorite fishing spot, she finds a landfill.

EVALUATION
The characters were flat. Chloe doesn't share any of her history other than vague references to subordinate clan females and a job gone bad. The plot wasn't engaging, and even the big reveal wasn't exciting.

RECOMMENDATION
I wouldn't recommend this to anyone.

FAVORITE QUOTES
Luke’s patience was being stretched like a stale rubber band.

POSSIBLE TRIGGERS (spoilers)
Sex: multiple scenes
Language: 4 F words, 6 Lord's name in vain, 17 S words
Violence: fight, attempted kidnapping, groping
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